Portsmouth Naval Memorial, Portsmouth

Name: Portsmouth Naval Memorial
Address: Clarence Esplanade, Portsmouth, United Kingdom

#16 among attractions in Portsmouth

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The Portsmouth Naval Memorial, sometimes known as Southsea Naval Memorial, is a war memorial in Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, on Southsea Common beside Clarence Esplanade, between Clarence Pier and Southsea Castle. The memorial commemorates approximately 25,000 British and Commonwealth sailors who were lost in the World Wars, around 10,000 sailors in the First World War and 15,000 in the Second World War. The memorial features a central obelisk, with names of the dead on bronze plaques arranged around the memorial according to the year of death. ()

Unveiled: 15 October 1924Coordinates: 50°46'57"N, 1°5'44"W

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Clarence EsplanadeSt. JudePortsmouth United Kingdom

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Portsmouth Naval Memorial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Spinnaker Tower, Clarence Pier, Southsea Castle, The Wedgewood Rooms.

1.1 miNW
Sail-like tower with panoramic views
Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth
28 min walk • The Spinnaker Tower is a striking landmark in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, and an emblem of the city's maritime heritage. This sleek, sail-shaped structure soars to a height of 170 meters, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the historic Portsmouth Harbour, the...
~1760 ftNW
Amusement, Amusement park, Piers and boardwalks
Clarence Pier, Portsmouth
9 min walk • Nestled along the southern coast of England, Clarence Pier stands as a vibrant hub of entertainment in the city of Portsmouth. This seaside amusement park, with its array of rides, arcades, and attractions, offers a delightful escape for families, tourists,...
0.4 miSE
Museum inside 1545 coastal fortress
Southsea Castle, Portsmouth
11 min walk • Southsea Castle stands as a testament to England's storied past, a fortress steeped in history located in the coastal city of Portsmouth. Constructed in 1544 under the orders of King Henry VIII, this historic edifice was part of a series of fortifications built...
0.9 miE
Dancing, Nightlife
The Wedgewood Rooms, Portsmouth
24 min walk • The Wedgewood Rooms is an independent live music venue, in Southsea, Portsmouth, England, which hosts both music and comedy events. It has a capacity of 400 people, and is located on Albert Road in Southsea.
1 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Cinema
Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth
27 min walk • Gunwharf Quays is a shopping centre located in the Portsea area of the city of Portsmouth in England. It was constructed in the early 21st century on the site of what had once been HM Gunwharf, Portsmouth.
0.7 miNW
Place of worship since the 12th-century
Portsmouth Cathedral, Portsmouth
18 min walk • The Cathedral Church of St Thomas of Canterbury, commonly known as Portsmouth Cathedral, is an Anglican cathedral church in the centre of Old Portsmouth in Portsmouth, England.
1.1 miN
Monuments and statues
Portsmouth War Memorial, Portsmouth
28 min walk • The City of Portsmouth War Memorial, also referred to as the Guildhall Square War Memorial, is a First World War memorial in Guildhall Square in the centre of Portsmouth, Hampshire, on the south coast of England.
0.5 miSE
Watersports, Swimming pool, Gym
Pyramids Centre, Portsmouth
14 min walk • The Portsmouth Pyramids Centre is an indoor leisure complex in Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England. It has a live arena, leisure gym and function rooms. The function room, located next door to the indoor leisure complex, is, along with the Portsmouth Guildhall and The Wedgewood Rooms, a popular venue for live music.
0.6 miNW
Church, Gothic architecture
Royal Garrison Church, Portsmouth
15 min walk • Domus Dei was an almshouse and hospice at Old Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom. It is now also known as the Royal Garrison Church and is an English Heritage property and a Grade II listed building.
~1780 ftSE
Museum, Military museum, Specialty museum
D-Day Museum, Portsmouth
9 min walk • The D-Day Story is a visitor attraction located in Southsea, Portsmouth in Hampshire, England. It tells the story of Operation Overlord during the Normandy D-Day landings.
0.8 miNW
Forts and castles, Historical place, Military base
Round Tower, Portsmouth
21 min walk • The Round Tower is a fortification at the entrance to Portsmouth harbour. It is a Grade I listed building.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Portsmouth Naval Memorial?

Nearby attractions include Clarence Pier, Portsmouth (9 min walk), D-Day Museum, Portsmouth (9 min walk), Southsea Castle, Portsmouth (11 min walk), King's Ship, Portsmouth (14 min walk).

How to get to Portsmouth Naval Memorial by public transport?

The nearest stations to Portsmouth Naval Memorial:

Ferry

Portsmouth Car Ferry terminal • Lines: Portsmouth - Fishbourne (vehicle ferry) (22 min walk)
Gosport Ferry Terminal • Lines: Gosport-Portsmouth Hard (32 min walk)

Train

Portsmouth and Southsea (29 min walk)
Portsmouth Harbour (29 min walk)

Bus

The Hard Interchange (30 min walk)
Gosport Bus Station (33 min walk)